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Event overview
Overview
The European Molecular Imaging Meeting (EMIM) 2027 will be held in Bologna, Italy, from 9-12 March 2027. This annual meeting gathers over 1200 international participants from various fields of imaging science.
The event features a comprehensive scientific program, networking opportunities, and discussions on the latest developments in morphological, functional, and molecular imaging. EMIM 2027 takes place in Bologna, Italy.
Venue: Palazzo dei Congressi & ExGam.
TL;DR
- 1Dates and Venue: EMIM 2027 takes place from 9-12 March 2027 at Palazzo dei Congressi and ExGam, Bologna, Italy.
- 2Scale and Focus: The conference expects over 1200 international participants, focusing on imaging science and technology.
- 3Organiser: The event is organised by the European Society for Molecular Imaging, with registration available on their website.
- 4Buyer Authority: Attendees include researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals in the field of imaging science.
- 5Entry / Access: Registration opens in October 2026, with early bird rates available until 13 January 2027.
Why visit
Attendees will gain insights into cutting-edge research and technologies in imaging science, network with leading experts, and participate in interactive sessions. Attendees include researchers, clinicians, and industry professionals in the field of imaging science.
Why exhibit
Exhibitors will have the opportunity to showcase their innovations to a diverse audience, connect with key decision-makers, and enhance their visibility in the imaging science community. The event offers various sponsorship and advertising options to maximize engagement. Meet qualified buyers and partners including Manufacturers of imaging equipment and technologies, Providers of imaging software and solutions, Suppliers of imaging probes and reagents.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Academic imaging scientists and principal investigators from molecular imaging, radiology and nuclear medicine departments
Radiochemists and tracer-development groups working with PET and SPECT isotopes and automated synthesis
Clinicians and clinical researchers from radiology, nuclear medicine and oncology translating imaging probes into trials
MRI, ultrasound and optical imaging physicists, engineers and data scientists developing acquisition and reconstruction methods
PhD students, postdocs and early-career researchers presenting posters and short talks
Core-facility staff and laboratory technicians running preclinical scanners, radiochemistry labs and image analysis pipelines
Industry R&D scientists from contrast agent, probe, instrument and imaging-software companies
Regulatory, clinical-translation and grant-office staff tracking imaging biomarker readiness and funding calls
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
PET, SPECT, CT, MRI, ultrasound and optical imaging hardware vendors serving preclinical and clinical molecular imaging labs
Radiochemistry and isotope suppliers, including precursors, targets, automated synthesis modules and quality-control systems
Contrast agent and probe developers: fluorescent dyes, nanoparticles, peptides, antibodies and dual-modal agents
Imaging software and AI companies offering reconstruction, segmentation, quantification, kinetic modelling and workflow tools
Preclinical imaging service providers, CROs and core-facility outsourcing partners
Laboratory equipment makers for animal handling, anaesthesia, micro-CT accessories, phantoms and calibration standards
Society partners, publishers and grant or funding bodies serving the imaging research community
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Preclinical PET, SPECT, CT and high-field MRI systems with animal handling and anaesthesia accessories
Radionuclides, precursors, radiolabelling kits and automated radiosynthesis modules
Optical, fluorescence and optoacoustic imaging systems, lasers and detectors
Molecular probes, fluorescent dyes, nanoparticles and multimodal contrast agents
Image reconstruction, quantification, kinetic modelling and AI analysis software
Phantoms, calibration standards and quality-control tools for imaging equipment
Preclinical imaging services, CRO capabilities and core-facility workflow consulting
Consumables and labware for radiochemistry, cell work and histology correlation
Location & Facilities
Venue
Palazzo dei Congressi & ExGam
Piazza Costituzione, 4/a, 40128 Bologna, Italy
Facilities
Parking
Palazzo dei Congressi & ExGam in Bologna typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Palazzo dei Congressi & ExGam in Bologna typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Palazzo dei Congressi & ExGam for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Student member
500Student non-member
600Reviewer member
680Reviewer non-member
850Regular member
750Regular non-member
930Laboratory Technicians member
500Laboratory Technicians non-member
600Emeriti/Honorary members
500
Intelligence
Market context
Key market insights, trends, news and related events to help you understand the bigger picture.
Bologna, Italy
Why it matters
On 2027-03-09 to 2027-03-12, EMIM 2027 in Bologna covering Imaging technologies and equipment, Imaging software solutions, Imaging probes and reagents, Diagnostic imaging services gives medical buyers a single calendar window to compare suppliers, validate specs on the stand, and book follow-ups before the next buying cycle - especially when your roadmap matches the published exhibitor profile.
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · EUR
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
NH Bologna De La Gare
midscale
Bologna Centrale / Piazza XX SettembreUSD 140–190 / night
Midscale hotel a few minutes from Bologna Centrale, which makes the airport people-mover arrival and the bus ride to the Fiera straightforward. Approximate EUR 130-175 per night, confirm live availability for your dates.
Hotel Metropolitan
midscale
Bologna historic centreUSD 130–185 / night
Central hotel within walking distance of Piazza Maggiore restaurants and the porticoed routes; delegates based here usually take a TPER bus to the fairground. Approximate EUR 120-170 per night, estimate only.
Royal Hotel Carlton
upscale
Bologna centre, near the stationUSD 165–215 / night
Traditional upscale business hotel between the station and the historic centre, often used for conference delegations; good for early train or airport departures. Approximate EUR 150-200 per night, confirm the rate and any congress allotment.
Starhotels Excelsior
upscale
Bologna CentraleUSD 165–215 / night
Upscale property directly opposite Bologna Centrale, useful if you are arriving via the Marconi Express and leaving early. Approximate EUR 150-200 per night, estimate only, breakfast policy varies by rate.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
People mover (Marconi Express)
Estimated costApprox. EUR 11-13 one way - confirm the current tariff at the machine or online
Best forBologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to Bologna Centrale station
The Marconi Express links the airport with Bologna Centrale in about 7 minutes, the fastest fixed-fare option into the city; from the station continue by TPER bus or taxi to the Fiera district.
City bus (TPER)
Estimated costApprox. EUR 1.50-2.50 per single city ticket - confirm the current TPER tariff
Best forBologna Centrale and the historic centre to the BolognaFiere / Palazzo dei Congressi district
TPER operates the Bologna urban network; buy before boarding where required, validate on board and check the current line serving Piazza della Costituzione in the TPER journey planner.
Taxi
Estimated costApprox. EUR 25-35 for the airport run; approx. EUR 10-18 for centre-to-Fiera trips - confirm on the meter
Best forBLQ airport to BolognaFiere / Palazzo dei Congressi
Use the official rank outside arrivals rather than unmarked cars; airport trips typically carry supplements for luggage and night hours, and traffic on the ring road can add time.
Walking
Estimated costFree
Best forBologna historic centre hotels to the BolognaFiere district
The walk from Piazza Maggiore to the fairground is roughly 2.5-3 km (30-40 minutes) under the porticoes; fine in dry weather, but most delegates take the bus in the morning.
Car parking
Estimated costApprox. EUR 10-20 per day at the fairground - confirm the current tariff at the barrier
Best forBolognaFiere car parks around Piazza della Costituzione
BolognaFiere runs on-site car parks serving the halls and the Palazzo dei Congressi; edge-of-city P+R sites plus a bus are usually cheaper for multi-day stays.
Rental car
Estimated costApprox. EUR 35-60 per day plus fuel and Fiera parking - confirm the booked rate and insurance
Best forBLQ airport rental centre to BolognaFiere and regional lab or company visits
Rental desks are at the airport; driving into the historic centre is restricted by the ZTL camera zone, so park at the Fiera or a P+R site and continue by bus if you need the centre.
Weather
Bologna in mid-March is early spring: daytime highs typically around 13-15 C with nights around 4-6 C, and rain is realistic in any week. The 2027 event dates are far enough out that no measured forecast exists yet, so treat these as climatological bands, check a live forecast in the final week, and pack a water-resistant outer layer for the walk between the station, hotels and the fairground.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Italy is covered by EU roaming rules, so EU operators' plans work at domestic rates; visitors from outside the EU should check roaming costs or buy a prepaid Italian SIM from a high-street operator shop (TIM, Vodafone, WindTre or Iliad among others) with photo ID. BolognaFiere halls and the Palazzo dei Congressi normally provide venue Wi-Fi for registered delegates, but speeds degrade in packed poster sessions, so carry a local data plan for live demos and email. Italy uses Type F/L plugs at 230 V, so bring an adapter for UK, US or Asian plugs and a power strip for multi-device charging on the stand.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Porticoes are the walking route
Bologna's porticoes, listed by UNESCO, run from the historic centre towards the fairground; the 2.5-3 km route is shaded and dry underfoot but takes 30-40 minutes, so most delegates take a TPER bus in the morning and walk in the evening.
Lunch is a sit-down affair
Bologna kitchens serve tagliatelle al ragu, tortellini in brodo and mortadella, and tables fill between about 12:30 and 14:00. If your session block is short, book ahead or eat early, because a quick sandwich option near the fairground is limited during a big congress.
Aperitivo as informal networking
Bars around Piazza Santo Stefano and Via del Pratello run aperitivo from about 18:00; these are the usual venues for continuing conversations after poster sessions, and a drink plus buffet bites is a normal way to host an impromptu meeting.
ZTL and driving in the centre
Bologna's historic centre is a limited-traffic zone with camera enforcement. If you rent a car, park at BolognaFiere or an edge-of-city P+R site and continue by bus rather than driving to your hotel inside the ZTL.
Conference etiquette and dress
Molecular imaging congresses are business-casual: a shirt or blouse is normal for sessions and stand duty, with a jacket for evening receptions. Bring a small notebook or tablet for poster sessions, where detailed method questions are expected.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) is the arrival airport for the fairground, with short-haul European services and connections through hubs such as Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Paris and Istanbul. There is no metro at the airport: the Marconi Express people mover into Bologna Centrale costs approximately EUR 11-13 one way and takes about 7 minutes, so book arrivals that leave time for the transfer before badge pickup. Long-haul visitors should compare a through ticket to BLQ against flying into Milan, Rome or Venice and taking a high-speed train, which is often cheaper and more frequent. Fare bands quoted elsewhere in this listing are planning estimates, not quoted prices: recheck live availability, baggage allowances for poster tubes or equipment cases, and arrival times before purchase.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Use the nearest international airport serving Bologna; Metro, train or taxi links are typically available to the venue district.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Palazzo dei Congressi & ExGam: Bologna Centrale / Piazza XX Settembre: NH Bologna De La Gare; Bologna historic centre: Hotel Metropolitan; Bologna centre, near the station: Royal Hotel Carlton.
Ride-hail: App-based ride-hailing has limited coverage in Bologna compared with Milan or Rome, and availability at the fairground can be thin at hall-closing time. The practical options are the official taxi rank at BLQ, the rank outside Bologna Centrale, or a taxi booked by your hotel or the congress desk a little in advance. Confirm the fare basis on the meter, note that airport and night trips carry supplements, and avoid unmarked cars offering rides outside arrivals. If you rely on an app, open it before you leave the hall to see whether cars are actually nearby.
Public transit: TPER runs Bologna's urban bus network, linking Bologna Centrale and the historic centre with the BolognaFiere district around Piazza della Costituzione. Single city tickets cost approximately EUR 1.50-2.50 depending on the tariff in force (confirm before travel) and must be validated on boarding; multi-day or carnation tickets are worth it if you travel twice a day. The airport is connected by the Marconi Express people mover to Bologna Centrale in about 7 minutes, priced separately from city tickets at approximately EUR 11-13 one way. There is no metro in Bologna, so buses plus walking cover almost all congress travel; check the TPER journey planner on the day for the current line serving the fairground and for any diversions.
Parking: BolognaFiere operates car parks around Piazza della Costituzione serving the halls and the Palazzo dei Congressi, typically charged by the day at approximately EUR 10-20 (confirm the current tariff at the barrier). Multi-day exhibitors should ask the organiser about exhibitor parking passes and build-up vehicle access windows. Edge-of-city P+R sites plus a TPER bus are usually cheaper for a week-long stay, and remember that the historic centre is a camera-enforced ZTL, so hotel parking inside the centre must be arranged in advance or you risk a fine.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: March 2027
Temperature: Mid-March in Bologna typically runs about 4-6 C at night and 13-15 C in the afternoon; these are climatological bands rather than a measured forecast for the 2027 dates, so check a live forecast in the days before travel.
Seasonality: March is a transitional month in the Po Valley with a realistic chance of rain showers and occasional gusty days; mornings can be foggy or damp. Carry a compact umbrella or a waterproof shell, and expect the porticoes to be busy with pedestrians when it rains.
Packing: Pack layers: a warm mid-layer, a water-resistant outer shell and a compact umbrella for March showers in Bologna. Comfortable walking shoes matter for the 2.5-3 km porticoed route between the centre and the fairground, and a light scarf or jacket is useful for cool evenings at receptions. Bring a Type L/F plug adapter for Italy, a power strip for charging several devices at your poster or stand, and a small bag that keeps a laptop dry on the bus.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at EMIM 2027 usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
T-1
Book flights into Bologna Guglielmo Marconi (BLQ) and check whether the Marconi Express people mover into Bologna Centrale fits your landing time; price a taxi to the Fiera district as a late-arrival backup.
T-2
Reserve a room between Bologna Centrale and the BolognaFiere district: budget chains near the station, midscale along the Via della Fiera corridor, upscale around Piazza Maggiore. The Palazzo dei Congressi sits inside the fairground, roughly 2.5-3 km north-east of the historic centre.
T-3
Sort out local tickets: a TPER single city ride costs approximately EUR 1.50-2.50 (confirm the current tariff), and validate on board. Decide between the 30-40 minute porticoed walk from the centre and a bus to the fairground.
T-4
Check the Bologna forecast, pack a waterproof shell and layers for cool March mornings, confirm whether you will use a BolognaFiere car park or a P+R site on the city edge, and download your registration confirmation or badge QR code.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Palazzo dei Congressi & ExGam
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2EMIM 2027 registration concourse
Palazzo dei Congressi & ExGam
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Palazzo dei Congressi & ExGam
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
Build your working budget
Adjust the inputs below to create a directional event budget.
Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nights€190.00
- Per diem × 2€150.00
Estimated total€340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Cost reference
Official cost items and estimated ranges for exhibitors.
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visitor · General admission
EUR 500 / per person
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Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether EMIM 2027 fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
QUESTION 1 OF 6
For EMIM 2027, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Imaging technologies and equipment and Imaging software solutions solutions and benchmarking suppliers at EMIM 2027 in Bologna.
Min. budget
$1,467.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Imaging technologies and equipment and Imaging software solutions products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$6,601.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Bologna show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
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FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Where is the Ljubljana event held and how do I reach the venue at 9, Ljubljana?
The venue address captured for this edition is 9, Ljubljana. Google Maps walking routes from the city centre take about 4-5 minutes (roughly 290-350 m) via Miklošičeva cesta or Slovenska cesta; Ljubljana's LPP city buses cover longer trips with the Urbana card.
Which airport should I fly into for Ljubljana?
Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU) is the primary gateway, listed about 20 km from the city. The Ljubljana bus station publishes a Ljubljana - Ljubljana Airport timetable for the airport shuttle.
Which hotels are near the Ljubljana venue?
Google Hotels for Ljubljana returned B&B Hotel Ljubljana Park (3-star, budget), Holiday Inn Express Ljubljana by IHG and ibis Styles Ljubljana Centre (both 3-star midscale), and DoubleTree by Hilton Ljubljana (4-star upscale). The ibis Styles is marketed as a central property.
What is the typical weather in Ljubljana in early March?
Early March is still cool late winter in Ljubljana with a realistic chance of rain showers. Pack layers and a waterproof outer shell, and check a live forecast in the final week before travel.
How much does Ljubljana city transport cost?
Ljubljana city buses use the Urbana card with single journeys of roughly EUR 1.30 (approximate - confirm live fares with LPP). Airport bus fares on the Ljubljana - airport service are approximately EUR 4-6 one way.
Glossary
- Molecular imaging
- Visualisation, characterisation and measurement of biological processes at the cellular and molecular level in living subjects, using targeted probes plus a readout modality such as PET, SPECT, MRI, ultrasound or optical imaging.
- PET (positron emission tomography)
- Nuclear imaging technique that detects pairs of gamma rays from positron-emitting radionuclides such as fluorine-18 or gallium-68, used to quantify tracer uptake in vivo.
- SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography)
- Nuclear imaging technique using gamma-emitting radionuclides such as technetium-99m; cheaper and more widely available than PET but with lower sensitivity and spatial resolution.
- Radiotracer
- A molecule labelled with a radioactive isotope that is administered in trace amounts so its biodistribution can be imaged and quantified over time.
- Radiochemistry
- The chemistry of incorporating radioisotopes into probes, covering cyclotron production, precursor synthesis, radiolabelling and quality control before imaging or clinical use.
- Contrast agent / probe
- A substance designed to generate or modify signal in an imaging modality, for example gadolinium chelates for MRI, microbubbles for ultrasound, or fluorescent dyes and nanoparticles for optical imaging.
- Optical imaging
- Imaging with light, including bioluminescence, fluorescence and near-infrared methods, widely used preclinically for fast, high-throughput readouts in small animals.
- Optoacoustic (photoacoustic) imaging
- Hybrid modality in which pulsed light generates ultrasound waves in tissue, combining optical contrast with ultrasound resolution for vascular and molecular readouts.
- Multimodal / hybrid imaging
- Combining two or more modalities in one session or one instrument, such as PET/CT, PET/MRI or fluorescence-guided surgery, to align functional and anatomical information.
- Preclinical imaging
- Imaging performed in cells, organoids or animal models before human studies, typically on dedicated micro-PET, micro-CT, high-field MRI or optical systems.
- Theranostics
- Pairing a diagnostic imaging probe with a matched therapeutic agent, so that the same molecular target is imaged and then treated, common in radioligand therapy.
- Tracer kinetics
- Mathematical modelling of how a tracer moves between blood and tissue compartments over time, used to derive quantitative parameters from dynamic PET or SPECT data.
- Dosimetry
- Estimation of radiation dose absorbed by organs and tissues from an administered radiotracer or radioligand therapy, a prerequisite for first-in-human studies.
- Image quantification
- Extraction of numerical biomarkers from images, such as standardised uptake values, volumes of interest, radiomics features or kinetic parameters, supported by segmentation and AI tools.
- Standard uptake value (SUV)
- A normalised PET metric that relates measured tissue activity to injected dose and body size, widely used to compare tracer uptake between scans and subjects.
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Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- EMIM 2027 Bologna
- EMIM Bologna 2027
- Bologna Italy
- Medical Conference Bologna 2027
- Imaging technologies and equipment
- Imaging software solutions
- Imaging probes and reagents
- Diagnostic imaging services
- Medical Conference Conference Bologna
- digital transformation expo
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